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The Stuffed Full child Does not need a lot of sensory information May over-respond to sensory information –Sensory Avoiding –Doesn’t like clutter –May like clear spaces –Doesn’t like crowds –Be very controlled/controlling –Doesn’t like noises –Be very picky

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Does SI affect Learning? Yes ….because learning requires The child’s behavior and alertness to be in an optimal state to maintain attention to tasks. The child’s motor skills to be in an optimal state to perform and learn new tasks successfully.

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Does SI affect Behavior? YES… When sensory input is confusing or upsetting, the child may actively avoid the situation, become upset or have an emotional outburst. When the child does not register enough stimulation he may seek it out by constantly moving, chewing, humming, or flapping or he or she may seem tired, uninterested and passive. He may rummage cupboards seeming to be in search of food even when full.

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Understanding the sensory needs of my child at home Group Detectives: What sensory tools can I use at home with my children? When can my child access these? How/when can I recognise when my child needs a sensory snack? How can we fit this into our daily family life?